Buyer’s Inspection

Purchasing a home is, likely by far, one of the largest financial transactions you will ever make. However, the cost of home ownership goes far beyond the monthly mortgage payment. Home repair and maintenance can be very costly and if corners were cut during construction or previous repairs, the costs can easily spiral out of control. By having a thorough independent home inspection performed, home buyers can ensure they are making a sound investment.

The Home Inspection Contingency

The simple fact that nearly every real estate transaction has an inspection contingency should reinforce how important a home inspection is. This contingency protects the buyer and allows them to do their due diligence before continuing with the purchase of the property. After all, you would not buy a car without driving it, so, why buy a house before you know if it is in proper working order.

What You See Is Not Always What You Get

Whether you are buying new or moving into an older home, having a professional inspect the property before finalizing the deal is a wise decision. Home inspectors are equipped with the proper tools and training to spot potential problems. A top to bottom visual inspection with a trained eye will reveal neglect, improper repairs, unsafe conditions, and even what the future may hold. For example, at AHI we utilize thermal imaging equipment to scan various areas of the home including the floors, ceilings, walls, electrical, and much more to look for temperature variances that may indicate roof leaks, improper insulation, or a bad circuit.

Save Money

A home inspection may seem expensive, however, in many cases, they pay for themselves. You are about to enter into a major financial obligation, the last thing you need is to move into your new home and discover that it needs a new furnace, that the roof leaks, or it is poorly insulated and your heating bills are unbelievably high. A home inspection can shed light on these problems prior to completing the sale. Armed with this useful information you can decide whether the purchase is still right for you, you may decide to renegotiate the deal, or have the seller complete the repairs prior to the sale. How you handle the situation will be up to you. What is important here is that you are aware of the issues and have the opportunity to address them in a financially responsible manner instead of just getting stuck paying the repair bill.

Credentials

#2565 - Licensed North Carolina Inspector

#RBI 2584 - Licensed South Carolina Inspector

#CA029616 - Licensed Certified Applicator

#B0003129 - SC Pest Control Operator License

#248853 - ASHI Certified Inspector, ACI

#104477RT - NEHA Certified Radon Provider NRPP

AHI Residential and Commercial Inspections

Providing Home Inspections, Commercial Property Inspections, Mold Testing, Radon testing, Thermographic Imaging, and Well Water Testing to , . and the surrounding areas.